After doing some research on my next mando after 8 years on my starter FM-52E, I was curious about the Godin A8. Turns out, my local random-used-items shop had one for $500! :
Godin A8 Mandolin 2016 Cognac Burst Stringed Instrument For Sale Martin´s Musik-Kiste
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